Upper East Side Neighborhood Event Calendar: Jun. 4-10
Thursday, June 4th
Ben Mezrich in Conversation with David Rubenstein: ‘Checkmate’: ”Marty Supreme” meets “The Queen’s Gambit” in bestselling author Ben Mezrich’s next book, “Checkmate: Genius, Lies, Ambition, and the Biggest Scandal in Chess.” Mezrich joins 92NY on the book’s publication to talk about this true story of the modern chess world’s most explosive scandal. 7:00 p.m. 92nd Street Y, 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY (212) 415-5500.
Friday, June 5th
Guggenheim Day Camp: If you’re off from school for the holiday, you can join the Museum for camp. Campers ages 6 to 11 are encouraged to step out of their comfort zones to experience art in a new way. 9:30 a.m. Guggenheim Museum, 1071 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY (212) 423-3500.
Saturday, June 6th
Weekly Storytime: Join Barnes & Noble Union Square at its second floor children’s section for its Weekly Storytime. The store’s booksellers will read some of their favorite picture books, featuring a mix of popular classics and exciting new stories. This event is free and open to the public. 11:00 a.m. Barnes & Noble Union Square, 33 East 17th Street, New York, NY (212) 253-0810.
Sunday, June 7th
The Alpha Revue: Step into an elevated live entertainment experience where music, performance and culture come together for an unforgettable afternoon. Alpha Revue is a curated showcase featuring high-energy performances, world-class dancers, live vocalists, comedy and special guest talent—all brought to life on one stage. 4:00 p.m. Rodney’s, 1118 1st Avenue, New York, NY (212) 256-0961.
Monday, June 8th
Monday Painting Lab (Ages 5–8): Mix your own paints and learn a variety of techniques used in works of art in The Met collection, from ancient panel paintings through Pop Art. Use a variety of media, including watercolor and tempera, to build your own painting portfolio. 3:30 p.m. Met Fifth Avenue, 1000 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY (212) 535-7710.
Tuesday, June 9th
Museum Mile Festival: Join Cooper Hewitt and its Museum Mile neighbors for the 48th annual Museum Mile Festival. Festival attendees can walk Museum Mile on Fifth Avenue between 82nd Street and 110th Street while visiting eight of New York City’s finest cultural institutions, all of which are open to the public with free admission throughout the event. 6:00 p.m. Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, 2 East 91st Street, New York, NY (212) 849-8400.
Wednesday, June 10th
Opening Night: Ledisi for Dinah / José James / Spilata / DJ Kultured Child: On the opening night of its 40th Anniversary season, SummerStage and the Blue Note Jazz Festival will showcase talent paying homage to jazz and R&B legend Dinah Washington. 6:00 p.m. Central Park, Rumsey Playfield, East 71st Street, New York, NY (212) 360-1399.